The Little Blue Book of Cocktail Recipes
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The spirit used for a classic cocktail like a Mojito is usually ______.

Rum

The brand known for its gin that is commonly used in martinis is ______.

Beefeater

A cocktail requiring a pour of 1oz typically corresponds to a count of ______.

4

When using a juice pourer, the pouring rate is ______ the normal rate.

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The brand Courvoisier VS is categorized as ______.

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The main ingredient in a Mai Tai is ______ Signature.

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For a Manhattan (Sweet), the primary ingredients include bourbon and ______ Vermouth.

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The garnish for a Manhattan often includes a Maraschino ______.

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In a Manhattan (Dry), you add 3/4 oz of Martini ______.

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The cocktail preparation method for a Manhattan typically involves ______ and strain.

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A Margarita typically contains ______ Juice for its tart flavor.

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To prepare a Frozen Margarita, blend with ______ Ice.

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A typical Margarita includes ______ Sec as a sweetening agent.

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The ______ is the glass typically used to serve a Martini.

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For a Dirty Martini, add ______ brine for extra flavor.

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A common garnish for a Martini includes ______ or lime twists.

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In a Margarita, the glass is often rimmed with ______ to enhance the taste.

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The primary spirit in a Margarita is ______.

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For sweetness, a Margarita can also include ______ Syrup.

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The garnish for a Frozen Margarita can include ______ Wedges.

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1 oz of ______ juice is needed for a refreshing taste.

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To make a Pina Colada, you need 3 oz of ______ mix.

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The ______ is a popular tropical cocktail served in various styles.

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For a Penicillin cocktail, you shake and strain with ______ shoulder.

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The Pisco Sour recipe includes 1 3/4 oz of ______.

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You will need 1 oz of ______ puree to add a tropical touch to the Pornstar cocktail.

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A key ingredient in the Pisco Sour is 3/4 oz of ______ syrup.

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The recipe specifies to build all ingredients except for ______, then shake vigorously.

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The main spirit in a Sunset Margarita is ______.

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To add a fruity touch, the Sunset Margarita includes ______ Juice.

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The Coconut Old Fashioned features ______ Coconut Syrup.

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In the Toffee Apple Old Fashioned, ______ Pie Syrup is used for flavor.

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The main spirit in an AF Margarita is ______.

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In an AF Sunset Margarita, you use ______ juice.

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To prepare a Tom Collins, one needs to mix ______ and lemon juice.

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The Tom Collins cocktail is topped with ______.

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To prepare an AF Tommy’s Margarita, you will need ______ syrup.

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When preparing the AF Margarita, the glass is rimmed with ______.

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The ______ Syrup is an essential ingredient in the Tom Collins for sweetness.

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The garnish for the Tom Collins is commonly a ______ Wedge.

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An ingredient used in the AF Sunset Margarita is ______ syrup.

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The garnish for an AF Tommy’s Margarita typically includes ______ wedges.

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To create the AF Margarita, one blend together fruit puree such as ______ or Strawberry.

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In the preparation of the AF Sunset Margarita, you should strain the mixture into a ______ glass.

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Flashcards

Spirit Measurement (oz)

1/4 oz = 1 bubble count; 1 oz = 4 bubble counts; 1 1/2 oz = 6 bubble counts.

Alpha Pouring

Alpha spirit pour is 1oz, corresponding to 4 bubble counts.

Beta Pouring

Beta uses a special 'juice pourer' that doubles the normal pouring rate. Must be noted.

Charlie Pouring

Charlie pours slowly (liquors) and requires an additional bubble count. Must be noted.

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Delta Pouring

Delta is jiggered (purees) and does not have a bubble count. Must be noted.

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Mai Tai ingredients

1 1/2 oz Appletons Signature Blend, 3/4 oz Lime Juice, 1/2 oz Triple Sec, 1/4 oz Orgeat, 1/4 oz Sugar Syrup.

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Manhattan (Sweet) Recipe

1 1/2 oz Bourbon, 3/4 oz Sweet Vermouth, 1 maraschino cherry & syrup, 2 dashes Aromatic bitters.

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Manhattan (Perfect) Recipe

1 1/2 oz Bourbon, 1/2 oz Sweet Vermouth, 1/2 oz Martini Bianco, 1 maraschino cherry & syrup, 2 dashes Aromatic bitters.

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Manhattan (Dry) Recipe

1 1/2 oz Bourbon, 3/4 oz Martini Bianco, 1 maraschino cherry & syrup, 2 dashes Aromatic bitters.

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Cocktail Preparation

Shaking or stirring ingredients with ice, then straining into a glass.

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What is a 'Jig' Pour?

A 'Jig' pour is a specific measurement in bartending, typically used for purees or syrups. It doesn't use the standard bubble counting method.

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What is 'Double Strain'?

Double straining is a technique used in cocktail making to ensure the drink is smooth and free of ice shards or other unwanted particles.

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What is a 'Bubble' Count?

A 'bubble' count is a standard unit of measurement in bartending, representing the number of bubbles that appear when a spirit is poured using a specific pouring method.

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What is a 'Build' Method?

The build method refers to layering ingredients directly into a chilled glass, starting with the heaviest and ending with the lightest.

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What is a 'Shake & Strain' Method?

The 'shake & strain' method involves shaking ingredients with ice to chill and dilute the drink before straining the ice out.

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What is a 'Working Mix'?

A 'working mix' in cocktail making is a pre-made combination of ingredients that are then used to create a specific drink.

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What is a 'Working Mix'?

A 'working mix' in cocktail making is a pre-made combination of ingredients that are then used to create a specific drink.

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What is a 'Working Mix'?

A 'working mix' in cocktail making is a pre-made combination of ingredients that are then used to create a specific drink.

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Sunset Margarita

A cocktail with Don Julio Blanco tequila, cranberry juice, blood orange syrup, mango & passion fruit puree, and dehydrated grapefruit.

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Toasted Coconut Old Fashioned

A cocktail with Havana Spiced rum, Bacardi Caribbean rum, toasted coconut syrup, aromatic bitters, and a dehydrated pineapple wheel.

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Toffee Apple Old Fashioned

A cocktail with Jameson Irish whiskey, 30&40 liqueur, apple pie syrup, and a mini apple wedge.

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Jigger

A measuring tool used in bartending, typically with 1 oz and 1/2 oz markings.

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Shake & Double Strain

A technique used to chill and mix a cocktail by shaking it with ice and then straining it twice through a fine mesh strainer.

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Build, Top, Pull

A technique used to make a cocktail by combining ingredients in a glass, adding a top-up ingredient, and then pulling a straw through the mixture.

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Stir & Strain

A technique used to gently mix a cocktail by stirring it with ice and then straining it through a fine mesh strainer.

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Blend

A technique used to mix a cocktail by blending it with ice, resulting in a smooth and creamy texture.

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AF Margarita

A non-alcoholic margarita made with lime juice, sugar syrup, fruit puree and crushed ice. It is blended and served in a hurricane glass with a sugar rim.

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AF Tommy's Margarita

A non-alcoholic Tommy's margarita made with lime juice and agave syrup. It's shaken and strained into an old fashioned glass.

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Sugar Rim

A rim of a glass coated in sugar, often used for margaritas and other cocktails. It adds a sweet and textural element.

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Shake

To vigorously mix ingredients with ice in a cocktail shaker to chill and dilute the drink.

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Strain

To pour a cocktail through a strainer to remove ice and other solids, ensuring a clear and smooth finish.

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Dehydrated Grapefruit

Grapefruit that has been dried to concentrate its flavor and create a unique garnish for cocktails.

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Margarita (Classic)

A cocktail with tequila, lime juice, and triple sec. Typically shaken and strained into a rimmed coupe glass.

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Margarita (Frozen)

A blended margarita with tequila, lime juice, triple sec, and crushed ice. Served in a hurricane glass.

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Fruit Margarita

A frozen margarita with fresh fruit puree, tequila, lime juice, triple sec, sugar syrup, and crushed ice. Served in a hurricane glass.

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Martini (Wet)

A cocktail with gin or vodka and vermouth, stirred and strained into a chilled teardrop glass, leaving the vermouth in.

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Martini (Dry)

A cocktail with gin or vodka and vermouth, stirred and strained into a chilled teardrop glass, with the vermouth strained out.

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Dirty Martini

A dry martini with olive brine added for a salty, savory flavor.

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Sea Salt Rim

A glass rim moistened with lime juice and coated with sea salt.

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Cocktail Garnish

Decorative elements added to a cocktail for flavor and visual appeal.

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Double Strain

A technique for straining a cocktail twice to ensure a clear and smooth finish.

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Study Notes

Book Title and Publication Details

  • Title: The Little Blue Book of Cocktail Recipes
  • Published: November 2024
  • Publisher: Be at One

Table of Contents

  • Our Story
  • Key & Book Use
  • On Menu Specs
  • Shots & Shooters
  • Master Classics
  • Spirit Mixers
  • Upselling

Our Story (Page 3)

  • Be At One was dreamed up by three bartenders: Steve Locke, Leigh Miller and Rhys Oldfield.
  • They had perfected their craft in bars globally for two decades.
  • They were passionate about Great Drinks, Great Service and Great Atmosphere.
  • In April 1998, they purchased a rundown Indian restaurant and transformed it into Be At One (Battersea Rise).
  • This marked the beginning of a legacy continuing to this day.
  • Be At One offers a wide variety of cocktails, spirits, and beers for a warm, friendly and unpretentious atmosphere.
  • Their music ranges from 50s swing to modern classics.

Key & Book Use (Page 4)

  • The book provides a list of spirits and their related products.
  • A "Bubble Count" system is included for ingredient measurements, with 1/4oz representing one bubble count.
  • Juice pourers double the normal pouring rate (Beta).
  • Charlie pours slowly therefore has additional bubble counts.
  • Delta pours in a jigger style.
  • Echo dash represents 1/4-oz.
  • Foxtrot does not have a specific measure.

On Menu Specs (Page 5)

  • Provides cocktail recipes with ingredients and measures (ounces).
  • List of cocktail recipes with various names, glasses, ice, procedures, garnish list, ingredients, and bubble counts.

Shots & Shooters: (Page 16)

  • A list of shots and shooters.
  • Provides details regarding each shot/shooter regarding glass type, preparation/procedure, garnish, and ingredient list.

Master Classics (Page 17)

  • A list of various cocktails.
  • Provides a name for each cocktail, glass, ice, procedure, garnish, and ingredient list for each.

Upselling (Page 21)

  • A list of spirits and cocktails to upsell to customers.
  • A guide offering specific suggestions alongside each spirit and/or cocktail.

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